Early Years Educator

JEM Childcare Solutions Limited; Reading; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company Pension

Employee Discounted Childcare

Employee Assistance Programme

Flexibility to work around your life

Recognition and rewards

Job summary

JEM Childcare Solutions Limited in Reading, United Kingdom, is looking for a Nursery Practitioner to join a large, busy nursery. The role requires a Level 2 or above Early Years / Childcare qualification and nursery experience.

The position offers a 35-hour week, 35 days annual leave (including Bank Holidays), and benefits such as pension, discounted childcare, employee assistance programme, and perks through Perkbox. Salary is £26,000–£29,600 per year, depending on experience.

Qualifications

• Level 2 or above Early Years / Childcare qualification required.
• Experience in a nursery or early years setting.
• Knowledge of child development, EYFS and safeguarding.
• Deliver high-quality care and learning experiences.
• Ensure compliance with Ofsted requirements.
• Build positive relationships with children, families and colleagues.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality care and learning experiences for children.
• Support children's development in line with EYFS.

Skills

Experience in nursery

EYFS knowledge

Safeguarding knowledge

Deliver high-quality care

Relationship building

Education

Level 2 or above Early Years / Childcare qualification

Job description

Full time | JEM Childcare Solutions | United Kingdom

Posted On 07/10/2026

Job Information

Job Level Nursery Practitioner

Early Years

City Reading

Province Reading

Postal Code RG6

salary low £ 26,000.00

salary high £ 29,600.00

Job Description

About Our Clients

Working a 35 hour week, and with 35 days annual leave inclusive of Bank Holidays, our clients are seeking a level 2 or above experienced Early Years Educator to join their lovely large and busy nursery, based in South Reading, on great transport links, and with onsite parking, discounted Gym memberships, 50% childcare discounts, Perkbox Goodies, salary is up to £29,600 depending on experience and qualifications.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a passionate early years professional to work in a setting committed to high-quality care and education.

Requirements

What our Clients are looking for

Essential for the Nursery Practitioner role

• Level 2 or above Early Years / Childcare qualification (full and relevant)
• Experience in a nursery or early years setting
• Knowledge of child development, EYFS, and safeguarding
• Deliver high-quality care and learning experiences
• Ensure compliance with Ofsted requirements
• Build positive relationships with children, families, and colleagues

Ideal Nursery Practitioner Candidate

• Passionate about early years and children’s development
• Proactive, flexible, and a strong team player
• Maintains high standards and promotes best practice

Nursery Practitioner Benefits and Perks

• Company Pension
• Employee Discounted Childcare
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Flexibility to work around your life commitments
• Recognition and rewards to say thank you for a job well done